Dental Malocclusion and Orthodontic Relapse

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“The lips are the face’s braces” (Linda D’Onofrio- SALT, OMT)

Eliminating oral habits, optimising nasal breathing/oral rest posture and balancing the forces of the tongue, lips and cheeks helps to maintain support for the dental arches, and keep teeth in alignment. Myofunctional therapy is preventative orthodontics in children, and for older children and adults means they are better prepared for orthodontic treatment and retention.

Evidence bases can be found:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23270292/

https://www.researchgate.net/publication/353937203_Association_between_malocclusion_tongue_position_and_speech_distortion_in_mixed-dentition_schoolchildren_an_epidemiological_study

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9487828/

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Emily Kirkcaldy

Emily is the Owner and Lead Clinician at Breathe First with over 20 years of experience as a Speech and Language Therapist, dedicating the last 5 years to Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders and breath Re-Education. Emily is a certified myofunctional therapist, specializing in improving oral function and breathing techniques.With a passion for helping people achieve optimal health through myofunctional therapy, she focuses on exercises that enhance tongue posture, speech clarity, and breathing patterns. Emily combines her expertise with a patient-centered approach, offering tailored therapies for individuals with sleep apnea, speech issues, and oral-facial muscle dysfunction. She is dedicated to educating the public on the importance of proper oral health and functional breathing.
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